In Odisha, urban areas are expanding rapidly, or rural areas are merging fast into nearest urban areas by forming conurbation, as the state expects its demographic sheet to overshoot rural population by 2036 and 60% by 2047. In other words, within a span of two decades from now.

This rapid growth will pose significant challenges in terms of food security, resource management, and environmental sustainability. To meet these challenges and harness the potential of a city as driver of economic growth, integrated approaches to urban planning and design are essential with approaches that prioritise both human wellbeing and environmental health and sustainability. ADVERTISEMENT

In this journey of demographic transition, Bhubaneswar will certainly be the lighthouse for other cities and towns i

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